The Rawlings VELO Senior League Baseball Bat (SLVEL9) and the 2014 Marucci Black Senior League Baseball Bat (MSBB148) will be very different in their construction. The Rawlings VELO will be a single piece, all alloy model while the Marucci Black will have a hybrid construction (composite handle and alloy model). That being said, both bats will still have a balanced swing weight

BenExpert ·Dec 15, 2014

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Can this bat be used in the harsh Texas weather, in the winter (Murphy/Plano area)? Does it vibrate a lot? Please recommend a bat that can be used in harsh weather, and one that has no to little vibration.

Asked by Big Papi on
Sep 16, 2014

Yes, the Rawlings VELO Senior League Baseball Bat (SLVEL9) would be fine to use in Texas. You will feel some hand sting from time to time though. The 2014 DeMarini CF6 and 2015 CF7 will nearly eliminate all hand sting and vibration. They are very comfortable.

BrandonExpert ·Sep 17, 2014

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My son is 11 years old, 5'3" tall, and is around 105 pounds. He usually hits in the middle of the lineup. Do you think a 31" 22 oz. would be good for him?

Asked by Coach T. on
Aug 27, 2014

That would be a great option for your son. Based on his height and weight, we recommend a 31" Rawlings VELO Senior League Baseball Bat (SLVEL9).

Product Description

Velocity. It's what many swings are lacking, and often times it's not the fault of the player. Many bats are manufactured without swing speed in mind. Rawlings set out to solve this problem, and the result is the new line of VELO bats. Rawlings employs what it calls "the science of balance" to create a bat that not only has a remarkably balanced swing weight, but also a much lower M.O.I. (moment of inertia) than its competitors. This is achieved through weight isolation and a new Comp-Lite end cap. This new end cap allows the end of the bat to swing much lighter through the zone and helps players improve the mechanics of their swing. Using Rawlings' proprietary Bi/fusion process, the Comp-Lite end cap is fused to the barrel that is constructed from their premier 5150 Alloy. Regarded as one of the superior alloys on the market, Rawlings' 5150 Alloy has been formulated for higher strength and increased flex to give it the ultimate combination of durability and trampoline effect. 5150 Alloy is a huge part of why Rawlings bats consistently perform at the maximum allowable level by today's standards. Rawlings: The New Standard of Speed! The VELO features the new USSSA 1.15 BPF stamp. It is backed by a Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty. Free Shipping!

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Rawlings is a major manufacturer of competitive team sports equipment and apparel for baseball, basketball and football, as well as licensed MLB, NFL and NCAA retail products. Rawlings is a major supplier to professional, collegiate, interscholastic and amateur organizations worldwide, including the Official Baseball Supplier to Major League Baseball and the Official Basketball and Football for NCAA Championships.The first real innovation in glove making occurred in 1912 when Rawlings Sporting Goods Company introduced the "Sure Catch" glove, which was "endorsed by leading players all ove.... read more